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1977 Chevrolet C10

Riverhead, New York

$23,977

1977 Chevrolet C10

Vehicle Details

Make

Chevrolet

Model

C10

Year

1977

Body Type

Pickup Truck

Exterior Color

Red

Drivetrain

RWD

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Engine

350 V8 engine

Condition

Good

Description

This 1977 Chevrolet C10 Silverado Long Bed Pickup is a standout example of a square-body truck that has been cared for the right way and enjoyed by an enthusiast owner. Finished in a very nice shade of red, this Silverado has the kind of classic presence that turns heads without trying too hard. The body presents in excellent condition overall, with strong paint and clean lines, while the roof shows some age compared to the rest of the truck an honest detail on an otherwise very well-kept classic.

Under the hood sits a dependable 350 V8 engine, delivering the kind of sound and torque that made these trucks legends in the first place. This truck has been owned by the same owner since 2016, and prior to that was maintained by a mechanic who kept it in excellent mechanical condition. That history shows in how well the truck runs and drives smooth, confident, and ready for cruising, shows, or weekend use.

Inside, the cabin blends classic truck character with thoughtful upgrades that make it more enjoyable to drive today. It features an upgraded radio, modern digital gauges for improved visibility, and a tilt steering column for added comfort behind the wheel. The updated air conditioning system keeps the cabin comfortable, making this a truck you can truly use and enjoy year-round.

The stance is just right, sitting on white letter tires that add to its vintage muscle-truck look. A bed cover is also included, adding both style and practicality to the long bed. This is not a thrown-together truck it's a well-maintained, honest classic that benefits from long-term ownership and mechanical care.

It has the look, the sound, and the reliability that make square-body Chevrolets so desirable today. Highlights & Features: 1977 Chevrolet C10 Silverado Long Bed Very nice red paint Roof paint shows more wear than the rest of the truck Same owner since 2016 Previously owned and maintained by a mechanic 350 V8 engine Updated air conditioning system Upgraded radio Digital gauges Tilt steering column White letter tires Bed cover Excellent overall condition This C10 Silverado delivers classic square-body style, V8 power, and comfort upgrades in a package that's ready to be driven and enjoyed. Trucks like this are getting harder to find in this kind of condition especially ones that have been this well cared for.

While we do our best to provide the highest quality muscle cars with an honest and reliable description and realize the importance of transparency when selling vehicles. That being said, we have not built, modified, changed or personally owned this vehicle. Whether this vehicle is consigned or owned by Past & Present Motor Cars we do not know the vehicles complete history since new.

We want to be clear and try to answer any questions our customers might have prior to purchasing. Additionally, we not only welcome but we encourage 3rd party independent inspections. Please inquire prior to purchase to make sure the advertised vehicle has not already been sold.

We list our vehicles on multiple websites and a vehicle can sell at any time. If a customer chooses to purchase sight unseen (many of our customers choose this option) the customer accepts the vehicle AS IS and WHERE IS and understands we cannot address concerns after purchase. For this reason, it's important all concerns are addressed prior to purchase.

We make every effort to present accurate and reliable information, but use of this information is voluntary, and should only be deemed reliable after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale. A Classic Car Warranty is Available for Purchase from a 3rd Party.

Please speak to our Sales Associate or Company Representative for more information. Our team is working and available anytime by Phone or Text for your convenience at 407-559-7759. Thank you for your interest!
Trim: Factory Air
Condition: Used
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Classic Chevrolet C10 Buyer's Guide

Full guide
R
Robert Halloran
Classic Trucks
1960–1987
~4 min read
Updated Apr 2026
Complete buying guide for classic Chevrolet C10 pickups (1960-1987). Generation breakdown, frame inspection essentials, common issues by year, restomod vs original valuation, and current market prices.
This guide covers
✓ 10-point inspection checklist
✓ Common issues & what to avoid
✓ In-person inspection guide
✓ Market pricing by year & condition
✓ 5 FAQs answered
✓ History & fun facts

Chevrolet C10 Market Overview

Based on 326 Chevrolet C10 listings currently on ClassicCarsArena.com

326
Listed Now
$30,376
Avg. Asking Price
1937–1995
Year Range
Price Position on Our Site — Average Range
This car: $23,977
Low: $4,500 High: $114,995
Transmission Distribution
Automatic 68%
Manual 21%
Condition Distribution
Excellent 7%
Good 12% ◄
Fair 3%
Poor 0%
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Classic Chevrolet C10 Buyer's Guide

The Chevrolet C10 is the most popular classic American truck on the road today, and that popularity has driven values up considerably over the last decade. Whether you're after a clean 1967-1972 short-bed Fleetside or a square-body restomod, this guide will help you spot the good, the bad, and the cleverly disguised.

What to Check Before Buying

Inspect frame rails under cab — Use flashlight and screwdriver. Stab gently at boxed sections. Solid metal resists; rotted metal flakes.
Pull floor mats and check floor pans — Both driver and passenger sides. Look for filler over rust holes — common shortcut by previous owners.
Examine cab corner rust — Visible from inside through kick panels. Rust here often migrates upward into the door hinge area.
Look at cowl drain area — Where windshield meets firewall. Plugged drains rot the cowl from inside out. Big repair if rotten.
Lift bed if possible — Inspect bed floor, bed sides, and bed support crossmembers. New paint hides damage; lift it up.
Check engine block stamps and casting numbers — Verify if the engine claimed (350, 396, 454) matches what's actually installed. Casting numbers identify year and displacement.
Verify transmission and rear axle — Stamps and tags identify original equipment. Important for documented original-condition claims.
Test all gauges and electrical — Wire gauge issues are common. Verify oil pressure, temperature, fuel level, alternator. Check headlights, marker lights, interior lights.
Drive on highway and on backroads — Listen for rear differential whine, transmission slip on shifts, brake pulsation, steering wander. Drive at least 30 minutes.
Document with photos before purchase — Photo every panel, frame rail, engine bay, undercarriage, and tag/stamp. Build the case before you wire money.

Common Issues

C10 trucks rust in predictable places. Lower cab corners, behind the rear wheels, the cab mount points to the frame, and the bed floor are all classic rust zones. The cab corner rust often hides behind cosmetic patches — always remove the kick panels and look up into the corner from underneath. Frame rust is the silent killer. The frame rails directly under the cab can rot from the inside out, especially on trucks that lived in salt-belt states. Check the boxed frame sections with a hammer or screwdriver — solid steel rings, rotten metal flakes. Mechanically, C10s are dead-simple — that's part of their appeal. The 250 inline-six, the 305 small block, and the 350 small block are all bulletproof. The Saginaw and Muncie manuals and the TH350/TH400 automatics are equally robust. The leaks and tired components on most surviving trucks are easy fixes — but compounded leaks can mean a tired engine that needs a refresh.

What to Look For

Two things matter most when shopping a C10: the frame and the cab. Everything else is replaceable. The frame should be solid, especially through the section directly under the cab and at the cab mount points. A flashlight under the truck is mandatory. Don't trust shiny paint on the frame — fresh paint can hide flake rust. The cab is the second non-negotiable. Cab corners can be replaced (they're a reproduction part you can buy for $200), but a totally rusted cab base is a job that justifies finding a different truck. Lift the floor mat, pull the kick panels, and look at the floor pans. Patch panels welded sloppily over rotten metal is a 'restoration' that's actually a re-rotting in slow motion. For square-body C10s (1973-1987), look closely at the cowl seam where the windshield base meets the firewall. Water collects there and rots both downward into the cab and forward into the firewall. This is one of the more expensive repairs on this generation.

Price Guide

C10 prices have moved dramatically since 2018. A driver-quality 1967-1972 short-bed Fleetside small-block runs $28,000-$48,000 today, with show-quality examples hitting $60,000-$95,000. Long-bed Fleetside trucks are $8,000-$15,000 less than equivalent short-beds — they're slower to appreciate but offer the most truck for the money. Square-body C10s (1973-1987) have been the breakout segment of the last five years. A clean 1981-1987 short-bed Silverado runs $22,000-$45,000, with restomods (LS-swapped, modern wheels, air ride) commanding $50,000-$95,000. Step-side beds are slightly less popular than Fleetsides but uniquely characterful. Project trucks (running but rough) start around $8,000-$15,000. Stripped frame-up restoration candidates can be had for $3,500-$7,000, but be honest about what the restoration will cost — $30,000-$60,000 is realistic before you're done with paint and interior.

Did You Know?

The 1967 C10 introduced the curved windshield that became the signature design element of the second-generation truck. Before 1967, all GM trucks had flat glass. The 'short-bed' versus 'long-bed' distinction comes down to wheelbase: 115 inches for short-beds, 127 inches for long-beds. The short-bed Fleetside is the most desirable configuration in today's collector market by a wide margin. The term 'square-body' for the 1973-1987 generation didn't exist when the trucks were new — it's a nickname adopted by enthusiasts in the 2000s and 2010s when this generation entered the collector market.

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